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Our Studio

Altar Pottery is a progressive ceramics studio based in John Archer Hall, Toxteth. The workshop  provides a dynamic learning and practice environment for ceramics enthusiasts of all levels, from the absolute beginner to the more seasoned practitioner. Altar Pottery is equipped with state of the art facilities, modern learning aids as well as a professional staff periodically joined by volunteers and visiting lecturers. All taught sessions are designed to be informative and fun so to accelerate one’s pace of learning and success.

Through enabling and promoting a sense of personal growth, fulfillment and mental well-being, Altar Pottery hopes to attract a community of diverse individuals who will inspire and support one another. Keeping experimentation, knowledge sharing and collaboration close to its core, Altar Pottery’s mission is to become a key asset to Liverpool’s expanding cultural heritage.

Please note that evening classes are not accessible to absolute beginners. Individuals with no previous experience need to attend an introductory level workshop first. These are run monthly and are announced through our online newsletter. Please sign up and stay tuned. Find out more about the introductory sessions here.
For further information check out our FAQ page.

In their

words

"I have to say I had a fantastic Sunday morning at Altar pottery - A little nervous as what expect but the altar team make you feel so at home and help

a guide you through all the processes as you attempt each item.The team are warm and friendly and get everyone involved - it was a pleasure and enjoyed the beginners class and will definitely be book te next class."

Brian Connoly

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John Archer Hall
68 Upper Hill Street
L8 1YR
Liverpool, United Kingdom

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